Music Events in Edinburgh in October 2024
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Events in Edinburgh
Live music at Bar 13
Join us early evening at Bar 13 for live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday with Rory & The Island!
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Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs
Join Edinburgh ‘Open House’ Ceilidhs for their Friday Ceilidhs held in the Royal British Legion Hall! If you love to dance or want to learn this event is for you.
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Dr. Bonk’s Macarbaret
Scotland's silliest surgeon, Dr. Bonk, is back with his hit SELL-OUT SHOW 'Dr Bonk's Macarbaret', an evening of drag, burlesque, music, comedy, and medical mayhem!
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Love Wednesdays at Why Not Nightclub
Come along to Love Wednesdays, Scotland's BIGGEST Wednesday night, hosted in the award winning WhyNot Nightclub!
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The White Heather Ceilidh Club
Join The White Heather Ceilidh Club for a bonnie (and wild!) evening of Scottish Ceilidh Dancing in the heart of Edinburgh!
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Open Mic - Hosted by Matthew Rhind
Come along to The Newsroom's Open Mic every Sunday from 3pm and belt your lungs out!
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Vivaldi’s Four Seasons by Candlelight
Enjoy Vivaldi's timeless classic, The Four Seasons, and other magnificent works by Candlelight at St Giles' Cathedral, performed by The Piccadilly Sinfonietta!
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The Four Seasons & Lark Ascending by Candlelight
London Concertante brings Vivaldi's masterpiece, Four Seasons, to life in a wonderful concert featuring gems of baroque music at St Giles' Cathedral!
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Oktoberfest 2024
We are bringing back our renowned Oktoberfest celebrations to Brewhemia, Scotland’s Only Beer Palace!
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The Roze Garden
Looking for the best Thursday night out in Edinburgh? Discover The Roze Garden - Edinburgh’s Cabaret and Club Night at The Street!
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Annasach’s Ceilidh at The Counting House
Annasach Ceilidh Band invites you to our regular ceilidh in the hidden gem of Edinburgh’s Old Town, The Counting House!
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Scots Music Group Ceilidhs
All welcome to the Scots Music Group fabulous monthly fundraising ceilidhs at the St Brides Centre! Come on your own, with friends or in a group.
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Rambert’s Peaky Blinders
Rambert’s thrilling stage adaptation The Redemption of Thomas Shelby returns to Edinburgh, capturing the Peaky story, with stunning performances from Rambert’s dancers and an iconic soundtrack!
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Castle Chorus weekly rehearsal
Castle Chorus is a small, friendly choir open to anybody who loves singing. If you’re interested in coming along, singing some songs and meeting new people, feel free to just turn up on a Thursday!
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80’s Silent Disco by Moonlight
An 80s Silent Disco under a giant glowing moon is coming to the spectacular and historic Edinburgh Assembly Rooms for the first time on Friday 4th October!
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Alex Hamilton Band
Catch the Alex Hamilton Band when they return to Dreadnought Rock on Friday 4th October!
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Bothan an Dàmhair: Tara NicFhraing agus càirdean
Join us at the Scottish Storytelling Centre for our October Bothan where we welcome singer and musician Tara NicFhraing and friends for an evening of piano, fiddle and step dancing!
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Buddy Holly & The Cricketers
Buddy Holly and the Cricketers bring a night of infectious energy and signature 1950's rockabilly sounds to Dalkeith Miners Club in October!
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MacFloyd: All That Is Now - CANCELLED
MacFloyd bring their new show 'All That Is Now' to Howden Park Centre on 4th October, join them on their journey for over two hours of great music and an experience to remember!
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Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Mahler Two
Join the RSNO for the spectacular opening to their Concert Season and experience a super-sized RSNO and the massed voices of the RSNO Chorus perform some of the most heart-lifting music ever composed!
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The Enemy + The Subways + The Holloways
One of the biggest bands of their era, The Enemy will headline the O2 Academy Edinburgh on Friday 4th October with special guests The Subways and The Holloways!
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Will Young
Multi-award-winning British pop star and actor Will Young comes to The Queens Hall Edinburgh on Friday 4th October!
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Burly Ceilidh Club
We’re famous for the Ceilidhs in our stunning Auditorium at the Ghillie Dhu, so come along a make it a night to remember!
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Campervan Brewery presents: Oktoberfest(ish)
Join the Campervan Crew here at our Jane Street HQ on 5th October for a little Leith twist on the world’s biggest beer festival.
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Craig Charles Funk & Soul DJ Set
Don't miss Comic Con Scotland's Afterparty on Saturday 5th October at the O2 Academy Edinburgh, featuring Craig Charles Funk & Soul DJ Set!
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Goldie Lookin’ Chain
Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of their debut album 'Greatest Hits' Goldie Lookin' Chain bring their 420 tour to La Belle Angele on Saturday 5th October!
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Museum Late: Game On
Join us for a night of grown-up fun and games in the spectacular setting of the National Museum of Scotland on 5th October!
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Nik Kershaw
On the 40th anniversary, Nik and his band take to the road to perform both albums in their entirety with a date at The Queen's Hall. This will never happen again so you will not want to miss it!
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Queer Voices in Music: Concert with Bogle Mufty
Enjoy a performance by the acclaimed group Bogle Mufty, a folk band playing Scottish/Irish folk and trad, plus occasionally some American or pop, at St Cecilia's Hall on 5th October!
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Rachel Baiman
Don't miss Nashville-based singer-songwriter Rachel Baiman at the Traverse Theatre on Saturday 5th October!
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Stereo MC’s
BRIT Award winning English hip hop and electronic dance duo Stereo MC’s head into a new era as they take their energetic live show out on the road, with a date at The Liquid Room on 5th October!
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The Annie Keating Band
Don't miss The Annie Keating Band will they headline Cabaret Voltaire, Edinburgh on Saturday 5th October!
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Tom Robinson Band
Veteran broadcaster and songwriter Tom Robinson comes to The Voodoo Rooms on 5th October, playing songs from the albums 'Power in the Darkness' and 'TRB Two'!
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BBC SSO 2024/25: Gabriela Montero’s ‘Latin’ Piano Concerto
Enjoy irrepressible imagination and flair from Venezuelan virtuoso, Gabriela Montero, as she performs alongside the BBC SSO.
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Giant Walker
UK progressive metallers, Giant Walker headline Legends Edinburgh on the back of their upcoming album release, 'Silhouettes' on Sunday 6th October!
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Hometown Glory: The Ultimate Adele Tribute
Hometown Glory: The Ultimate Adele Tribute is coming to The Caves, Edinburgh on Sunday 6th October!
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Instrumental Taster Day
Join St Marys Music School pupils and take part in a fun and interactive day of music, open to young musicians aged between P4 and S6 on 6th October!
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Lady Nade Sings Nina Simone
Don't miss 'Lady Nade Sings Nina Simone', an extraordinary celebration of Nina Simone's timeless legacy at The Voodoo Rooms on 6th October!
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Ready Steady 60’s Show
Ready Steady 60's Show presents a showcase of the great bands of this unforgettable decade, don't miss it at La Belle Angele on 6th October!
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Tommy Smith Youth Jazz Orchestra
Hear the future of jazz in Scotland and further afield as the musicians of the Tommy Smith Youth Jazz Orchestra showcase their prodigious talent at the St Bride's Centre!
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Sam Braysher Trio
London alto saxophonist Sam Braysher is joined by an all-star Scottish rhythm section at the Traverse Theatre on Monday 7th October!
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Wind/Concert Band: Monday Nights
Long established Edinburgh Wind (Concert) Band is looking for new players to join them on Monday evenings at Morningside United Church Halls!
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Romeo Stodart & Ren Harvieu
Romeo Stodart & Ren Harvieu are playing some unique duo shows together, with a date at The Voodoo Rooms on Tuesday 08 October!
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The Mini Guns
Get ready to rock with The Mini Guns as they take the stage at Brewhemia Edinburgh in October!
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Blue Man Group
The theatrical phenomenon 'Blue Man Group' returns to the UK bringing its award-winning Bluevolution World Tour and comes to the Festival Theatre in October!
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Rioghnach Connolly & Honeyfeet
Don't miss Rioghnach Connolly & Honeyfeet when they return to the Voodoo Rooms on Wednesday 09 October!
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SWEENEY TODD: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
Join Blackout Productions this October as they bring the sinister tale of Sweeney Todd to life in a way you have never experienced before!
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Dancing in the Streets
Get ready for an unforgettable night reliving the iconic sound of Motown when Dancing in the Streets comes to the Usher Hall on Thursday 10th October!
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New Model Army - POSTPONED
Storming through their fifth decade and touring their sixteenth studio album 'Unbroken', Bradford's New Model Army will headline the O2 Academy Edinburgh on Thursday 10th October!
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Pink Pony Rave
Join us for a night dedicated to Chappel Roan and friends at La Belle Angele on Thursday 10th October!
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SCO 24/25: Baroque Inspirations
Join the Scottish Chamber Orchestra to rediscover sumptuous Baroque splendours from Vivaldi and Rameau, in the company of composers who have been inspired by it.
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Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival
The 2024 edition of the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival (SMHAF) will take place across Scotland from 10th - 27th October, exploring the theme of 'In/Visible'.
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Sorted for Cheese and Fizz - 90s Cabaret
Come along to The Voodoo Rooms on Sunday 10th October for a nostalgic cabaret and party like it's 1999!
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Back to the 80’s
Join us at La Belle Angele on 11th October for the ultimate 80's extravaganza dedicated to the soundtrack of your youth!
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Edinburgh Cocktail Week
After a sellout event last year, Edinburgh Cocktail Week is returning in October 2024 from Friday 11th to Sunday 20th!
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Emergency Exit
Local Punk covers band Emergency Exit play Dreadnought Rock Bathgate on Friday 11th October!
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Goodbye Mr Mackenzie
Goodbye Mr MacKenzie will be at the Liquid Rooms on Friday 21st October for a very special gig!
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Maximo Park
Newcastle's Maximo Park bring their upcoming UK and EU headline tour to The Queen's Hall on Friday 11th October!
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Sambroso Allstars Perform The Buena Vista
The 7-piece all star band promise to mesmerise the crowd with their combination of Cuban Son, Latin Jazz and Rumba, from Cuba's Golden era!
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Candlelight: A Tribute to the Beatles
Candlelight concerts bring the music of the Beatles to the Ghillie Dhu under the gentle glow of candlelight!
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Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay on Strings
Discover the music of Coldplay on Strings at Ghillie Dhu under the gentle glow of candlelight on Saturday 12th October!
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Dementia - The Musical
Dementia the Musical is a funny but moving production telling the history of Scottish dementia activism and their role front and centre of it.
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Fell Out Boy & The Black Charade
The UK's premiere Fall Out Boy & My Chemical Romance cover bands are coming to Edinburgh on Saturday 12th October!
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Girls Rock School Edinburgh @ Music on the Mezzanine
Edinburgh Central Library hands over the Mezzanine to the Girls Rock School Edinburgh on Saturday 12th October!
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Legendary Scottish pop band Hue And Cry are set to embark on their 40th Anniversary Tour and they will play The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Saturday 12th October 2024!
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Lewis McLaughlin
Scottish singer-songwriter Lewis McLaughlin is hitting the road around Scotland in October with a date at Cabaret Voltaire on the 12th!
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Stone Foundation
Stone Foundation have collaborated with Paul Weller, Nolan Porter, Graham Parker, Carleen Anderson, Kathryn Williams and many more... catch them live at The Voodoo Rooms on 12th October!
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Thorbjorn Risager & the Black Tornado
Thorbjørn Risager & The Black Tornado are one of Denmark’s premier roots-rockers and they play The Pleasance Edinburgh on Saturday 12th October!
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Wait and Bleed - Nu Metal Night
Join Wait and Bleed for a night of Nu Metal anthems at La Belle Angele on Saturday 12th October!
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Ben Howard
Ben Howard returns to the Usher Hall to celebrate ten years of his critically acclaimed UK number one, second album, “I Forget Where We Were”.
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Borough Council
Borough Council, a post-punk band from Hastings, play Leith Depot on Sunday 13th October.
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Fiona Ross presents: Thoughts, Conversations and To Do Lists
Fiona Ross, the multi-award-winning jazz artist, is coming to Scotland this October to perform an exclusive live acoustic set. Catch her at Whighams Edinburgh on 13th October!
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Samantha Fish
American guitarist and singer songwriter Samantha Fish returns to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Sunday 13th October, playing all the songs that her fans love to hear!
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The McDougalls: Halloween Party
Everyone's favourite children's theatre company The McDougalls comes to Church Hill Theatre with a spook-tacular new stage show for all the family!
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The Postcards present Rattlesnakes (Lloyd Cole 40th Anniversary show)
The Postcards will be playing a special show to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the classic debut album by Lloyd Cole & The Commotions at The Voodoo Rooms on Sunday 13th October!
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Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series 2024 (Concert 12)
St Giles' Cathedral plays host to the inaugural Edinburgh Royal Mile International Piano Series and Concert 12 is on Monday 14th October featuring Pianist Yuki Negishi!
READ MOREFiona Ross presents: Thoughts, Conversations and To Do Lists
Fiona Ross, the multi-award-winning jazz artist, is coming to Scotland this October to perform an exclusive live acoustic set. Catch her at Leith Depot on 14th October!
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Conducted and arranged by Oldfield's long-term collaborator Robin Smith, this show will see the iconic Tubular Bells performed in full, as well as other works by Mike Oldfield!
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Carrie Hope Fletcher
Award-winning West End sensation Carrie Hope Fletcher is heading out on a brand-new UK tour in 2024, don't miss her live at the Festival Theatre on Tuesday 15th October!
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Sixties Gold
Sixties Gold returns to The Queen's Hall featuring the Tremeloes, Marmalade, Steve Ellis, Spencer James of The Searchers, Gerry's Pacemakers and Mamas and Papas.
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The Book of Mormon
The Book of Mormon, Broadway’s smash-hit musical written by Trey Parker, Matt Stone and Robert Lopez, is coming to Edinburgh Playhouse from Tuesday 15th October to Saturday 2nd November!
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Join Max and Auntie Aggie for their Halloween Party, filled with tricks and treats, guaranteed to have you screaming with laughter!
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Evan Dando
Lemonheads mastermind, Evan Dando hits the road on a solo UK tour, don't miss him live at La Belle Angele on Wednesday 16th October!
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Pretenders
The Pretenders are excited to announce a headline theatre tour across the UK with a date at the Usher Hall on the 16th October!
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Real Farmer
Dutch band Real Farmer are known for their energetic blend of DIY punk, angular art-rock, and gritty authenticity. Catch them at Sneaky Pete's on 16th October!
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Dragon Tale
Join storyteller Daiva Ivanauskaitė-Brown for a magical tale about courage and dreams at the Scottish Storytelling Centre!
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The Bathers with special guests
Catch The Bathers performing their latest album plus a selection of songs from their back catalogue as well as some classic Friends Again tracks at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 16th October!
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AC/DC Experience
The legendary sound, spirit and attitude of the mighty AC/DC is alive and kicking... and set to be unleashed at the O2 Academy Edinburgh on 17th October!
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Choral Concert : Figuralchor Köln - Scotland Tour
German choir Figuralchor Köln is touring Scotland this year with a date at the Jesuit Church of the Sacred Heart Edinburgh on Thursday 17th October.
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John Francis Flynn
Singer and multi-instrumentalist John Francis Flynn returns to The Caves Edinburgh on Thursday 17th October as part of a UK Autumn tour!
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Nobody’s Empire: An Evening With Stuart Murdoch
Join Stuart Murdoch for an evening of reading, songs and a live Q&A at Summerhall, in celebration of his debut novel, Nobody's Empire.
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Skinny Living
Three piece indie soul group Skinny Living will headline La Belle Angele on Thursday 17th October!
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Walter Trout plus special guest Laura Evans
Blues-Rock’s Resilient Icon Walter Trout plays The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 17th October with special guest Laura Evans!
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Blackmores Blood
Don't miss Blackmores Blood at Reconnect Regal Theatre on 18th October! This is the closest and the finest tribute to Ritchie Blackmore anyone is likely to see.
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Celine - My Heart Will Go On
Experience the ultimate Celine Dion tribute Concert as it tours across the UK when Celine - My Heart Will Go On comes to Howden Park Centre on Friday 18th October!
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Chinese Costume and Music Performance
Join HelloArt at Out of the Blue Drill Hall on 18th October and immerse yourself in vibrant Asian culture with an incredible performance and 20 unique stalls!
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Fairground Attraction
After an absence of 35 years, all four original members of 80s band Fairground Attraction have reunited for a 14-date UK tour which will see them play Edinburgh's Usher Hall in October!
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Outside the Original
Outside The Original is an exciting project from James Finnigan of Hue and Cry and Stiltskin fame, catch them live at Dreadnought Rock, Bathgate on 18th October!
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Perfect Purple Pairings
Perfect Purple Pairings, at Victor Hugo's on 18th October, is an enchanting evening reflecting on, and celebrating the connection you have with someone.
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Planetarium Late: Pink Floyd’s The Dark Side of the Moon
Inspired by the music of Pink Floyd, this dome spectacular features the 1973 album the Dark Side of the Moon in explosive surround sound.
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Posty Party - A Post Malone Celebration
Join us at the legendary La Belle Angele for a night of Post Malone anthems. If you love Posty then this party is for you!
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Qudus Onikeku/The Q Dance Company - Re:incarnation
An ode to the richness of Nigerian culture, this dance, music, fashion and visual art creation showcases the depth of ancient Yoruba philosophy mixed with Nigerian youth culture.
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Open Hearth hosted by Donald Smith
The Festival’s famous Open Hearth returns to the Netherbow Theatre for a relaxed traditional session of stories and music, hosted by Donald Smith.
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The Scottish Sex Pistols
The legendary Scottish Sex Pistols return by popular demand to Edinburgh on Friday 18th October for what will be another anarchic sing-a-long at La Belle Angele!
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The Seeger Sessions Revival
The Seeger Sessions Revival are a 13-piece band reviving the spirit, energy and musical exuberance that was Bruce Springsteen's Seeger Sessions album and live shows!
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All Weller Band
From the ashes of 'In The Crowd' rises 'The All Weller Band', the Quartet who promise to take you on a magic carpet ride from the tube station to the riverbank and beyond!
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Garrison Keillor: Tonight
Garrison Keillor Tonight is an evening of stand-up, storytelling, audience song, and poetry. One man, one microphone, coming to The Queens Hall Edinburgh on 19th October!
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Finn Anderson, one of Scotland's most enchanting storytellers and composers, joins us at St Cecilia's Hall on Saturday 19th October!
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Razorlight
Don't miss Razorlight when they bring their 'Citizens of Planet Nowhere' tour to The Mash House on Saturday 19th October!
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: A Jaunt Round Auld Reekie
Join auld Auntie Bee and her long-suffering niece Bonnie McRee on a mad-cap tour of Auld Reekie, past and present, real and imagined, without leaving the Storytelling Court.
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: The Dream of Al-Andalus
Enjoy an evening of tales by storytellers Sef Townsend and Inés Álvarez Villa, enriched by the music of flamenco guitarist Danielo Olivera and Moroccan musician Omar Afif.
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The Elton John Show
The Elton John Show is the UK's most exciting Elton John tribute show to hit the stage and it returns to the Howden Park Centre on Saturday 19th October!
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A Concert for Esther Inglis
Join us at St Cecilia’s Hall on Sunday 20th October to celebrate the quatercentenary of Esther Inglis’ death with a concert inspired by her life and work!
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Bedford Modern School at Canongate Kirk
Come along to a free choral and small ensemble concert from Bedford Modern School at Canongate Kirk on Sunday 20th October!
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The Manfreds (feat. Paul Jones)
Following the huge success of their 60th anniversary tour in 2023, The Manfreds will be returning to The Queen's Hall on Sunday 20th October!
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Twilight In Concert: The Film With Live Band
The legendary romance fantasy film Twilight is coming to the Usher Hall as part of a UK tour, just ahead of Halloween, accompanied by a live band and surrounded with candles!
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Afro Celt Sound System
Afro Celt Sound System bring their ground-breaking fusion of African, Gaelic and Bhangra influenced sounds to Summerhall on 21st October!
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King No-One
Dynamic alt-pop quartet King No-One will play Sneaky Pete's Edinburgh on Monday 21st October!
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Punk Rock Factory
Punk Rock Factory head back out on the road in 2024 with a date at The Liquid Room on 21st October!
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: The Desperate Battle of the Birds / Cath Gailbheach nan Eòin
Scottish storyteller James MacDonald Reid and Scottish-Korean musician Ryan Williams present a classic Gaelic folk tale, blending tradition with innovation.
READ MOREBedford Modern School at St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral
Enjoy a free choral and small ensemble concert from Bedford Modern School at St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral on Tuesday 22nd October!
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Black History Month - Open Lecture
Join West Lothian Community Race Forum at West Lothian College for an engaging and insightful lecture celebrating Black History Month on Tuesday 22nd October!
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Nathan Evans & The Saint PHNX Band
Scottish singer-songwriter Nathan Evans headlines La Belle Angele, with the backing of the Saint PHNX band on Tuesday 22nd October!
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Oot o the Book
Ruth Kirkpatrick shares a prime selection of tales that have appealed to her Scottish storytelling heart, with musical accompaniment from accordion and whistle player Leo McCann.
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Open Hearth
As the darkness closes in and minds glow with pictures in the symbolic fire, Open Hearth, featuring Shona Cowie, Martin MacIntyre and Fin Moore, is the perfect way to end your day!
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Los Bitchos
Catch Los Bitchos, a four-piece dance-rock band from London, when they play Summerhall Edinburgh on Wednesday 23rd October!
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Oisín Leech
Don't miss acclaimed songwriter and musician Oisin Leech at Summerhall Drinks Lab on Wednesday 23rd October!
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Òran Mhòir
Òran Mhòir is a multi-media performance by storyteller Eileen Budd and experimental folk duo Burd Ellen exploring the Gaelic lore of the intertidal zone.
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Stories & Songs of Ireland
In this relaxed session, storyteller Nuala Hayes and musician Aoife Granville share stories and music inspired by Irish people and places they know and love.
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The S.H.I.T.
Expect blues, expect roots, expect Americana but, above all, believe in the words of Rob Tognoni: "make no mistake we will always be the S.H.I.T!"
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Les Piques du Rivet: a 12 – cello orchestra
Les Piques du Rivet is an ensemble of cellists based in Bordeaux. Catch them at Institut français d'Ecosse on 24th October!
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SCO 24/25: Coleridge-Taylor Violin Concerto
Respected British violinist Anthony Marwood takes the reins as both violin soloist and director in Coleridge-Taylor's sublime Concerto.
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Rickle O Stanes
Through powerful and playful storytelling and traditional song, Shona Cowie and Neil Sutcliffe explore the layers of history on which we stand today.
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: The Flyting
Kirsty Law unpacks the tales within a myth, and explores them using folk song and oral storytelling.
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: The Queen of Irish Storytellers: Stories of Peig Sayers
Storyteller Nuala Hayes and musician Aoife Granville celebrate the life of Storyteller, seanchaí and author Peig Sayers, with live animated visuals from artist Rita Duffy.
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Bruce Juice: A Bruce Springsteen Tribue
Don't miss Bruce Juice, a Bruce Springsteen Tribue, at The Liquid Room, Edinburgh on 25th October!
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Cannae Beat It presents: OUR HOUSE - Fabian
The October edition of OUR HOUSE is bringing in the big guns with 'Glasgow Sound Gallery's' very own Fabian! (With support from Shaneo).
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CATS in SPACE
CATS in SPACE are a band brimming with majestic songs, boasting soaring vocal harmonies, power chord guitars, thundering drums and bass and huge, symphonic keyboards.
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Cockney Rejects
English punk rock band Cockney Rejects are returning to La Belle Angele Edinburgh on Friday, October 25th!
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Freak Heat Waves + Jaakko Eino Kalevi
Sneaky Pete's present a double bill of Freak Heat Waves + Jaakko Eino Kalevi at Cabaret Voltaire on Friday 25th October!
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Iron & Wine
With the release of his new album 'Light Verse', American singer-songwriter Sam Beam, better known by his stage name Iron & Wine, comes to The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on Friday 25th October!
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Laura Macdonald & Kevin Mackenzie
Saxophonist Laura Macdonald, along with guitarist Kevin Mackenzie, explores original compositions and standards in a close musical conversation in the atmospheric St Peters's, Linlithgow!
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Rhapsody in Blue by Candlelight
City Music Promotions presents the stunning programme of music for solo piano including Gerswhin's iconic Rhapsody in Blue in St Giles' Cathedral!
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Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Beethoven’s Emperor Concerto
Grand and dramatic, Beethoven's Emperor Concerto has been winning the hearts of audiences for over 200 years and the RSNO can't wait to share the experience with you!
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Jack and Beggar’s Island
The most powerful freedom story of Scottish oral tradition is recreated at the Scottish Storytelling Centre on 25th October.
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Stories & Music of Strathspey
Join David Francis and Hamish Napier as they explore the rich culture of Scotland’s Strathspey region in story and music!
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So Fetch - 2000s Halloween Party
After another sold out event So Fetch returns to La Belle Angele on 25th October. Get ready to sing your heart out in a night packed with 2000s Pop!
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Temptation Waits
A new name but with some familiar faces hit the stage to kick off the Halloween Weekend at Dreadnought Rock, Bathgate!
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Terminal V Halloween Festival
Terminal V returns to the Edinburgh Royal Highland Centre this Halloween with their first ever 2 Nights - 2 Stages concept on 25th & 26th October!
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That Feeling When
That Feeling When is a sensory dance theatre and live music production, which asks how the seasons can be a guide to what feels good in the cycle of teen-hood.
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The Gerry Jablonski Band
Gerry Jablonski and the Electric Band have a unique trademark sound and style and you can hear them when they return to The Voodoo Rooms on 25th October!
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Waverley ‘Scare’ Halloween Ceilidh
Get ready for a spooktacular night of dancing, music, and fun at the Waverley 'Scare' Halloween Ceilidh 2024 in the Assembly Roxy on Friday 25th October!
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WILD HOGS - Halloween Weekend Special
Great to have those WILD HOGS back at Dreadnought after going down a treat in previous appearances but this is no ordinary night as it kicks off our Halloween weekender.
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‘Tam Maun Ride’ - Tam O’Shanter and other ghostly tales in song
As we near Halloween, St Andrew Camerata present an atmospheric evening exploring the darker side of choral music at Old Saint Paul's Episcopal Church on Saturday 26th October!
READ MOREBeethoven Piano Concertos by Candlelight
Enjoy an outstanding candlelit evening of classical music in the beautiful setting of St Giles Cathedral.
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Bridgerton Halloween Ball
You are invited to Grand Cafe Halloween Bridgerton Ball on Saturday 26th October for an evening of decadent dining, glamorous attire, enticing entertainment and scandalous drama!
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Candlelight: Halloween
Get your tickets now to discover the music of Halloween at The Merchants Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight.
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Club Culture Presents The Shapeshifters
Club Culture, Edinburgh's exclusive over 25's daytime event, is back for Volume 4 at La Belle Angele on Saturday 26th October!
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Counterfeit 70’s
Having toured extensively with The Counterfeit Sixties show they now bring you their unique Seventies show from a decade of glam rock through to new wave music, and everything in between!
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DARKHER (Full Band) + special guest Maud The Moth
Don't miss DARKHER, aka Jayn Maiven, plus special guest Maud The Moth at Summerhall on Saturday 26th October!
READ MOREEdinburgh Chinese Community School @ Music on the Mezzanine
Join the Edinburgh Chinese Community School on Saturday 26th October at Edinburgh Central Library's Music on the Mezzanine!
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Halloween Ball
Join us at the Lothians #1 nightspot, Dalkeith Miners Club, for our ultimate annual Halloween club party with featured spooky decoration across the club.
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Halloween Party
The Halloween Party returns to Dreadnought Rock Bathgate on Saturday 26th October 2024!
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Junior Brother
Don't miss alternative Folk mainstay Junior Brother when he plays The Voodoo Rooms on Saturday 26th October!
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Leo Sayer: Still Feel Like Dancing
Known the world over for his army of hits don't miss Leo Sayer live at Edinburgh's Queen's Hall on Saturday 26th October!
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Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight
Enjoy an outstanding candlelit evening of classical music in the beautiful setting of St Giles' Cathedral.
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Reggaeton Halloween Party
Dare to enter a night of spine-chilling Reggaeton mayhem and dance floor frights that will haunt you forever!
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She Shanties / Castle Chorus
Women's shanty group She Shanties and Edinburgh's folk and roots community choir Castle Chorus share their favourite songs of the sea at this concert on 26th October at Leith Arches!
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The Icicle Works - an Evening of Acoustic Music
The Icicle Works bring an evening of acoustic music to The Voodoo Rooms on Saturday 26th October!
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The New Jersey Boys
Enjoy a celebration of the songs of Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons at the Reconnect Regal Theatre on 26th October!
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This Shining Night
Come and hear the Edinburgh Singers, one of Edinburgh’s most dynamic choirs, as they perform a varied programme of music celebrating historical themes in contemporary musical settings!
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Hands of the Heron + support Anna Anise
Catch Bristol-based psychfolk trio Hands of the Heron at the Waverley Bar on Sunday 27th October with support from Anna Anise!
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INTERSTELLAR: Tribute to Hans Zimmer by Mystery Ensemble
Join Mystery Ensemble for one of their most beloved programmes: soundtracks of the renowned film ’Interstellar,’ directed by Christopher Nolan!
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Magical Mozart By Candlelight
With beautiful settings, costumes, lighting and of course candles the European baroque ensemble and world class opera singers transport you back to the sumptuous past.
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Naomi Bedford, Paul Simmonds and the Ramshackle Band
Don't miss Naomi Bedford, Paul Simmonds and the Ramshackle Band when they play Leith Depot on Sunday 27th October!
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Ninian’s Gift: A tribute to Tom Cunningham (1946-2023)
This concert is a tribute by Dumfries-based chamber choir The Balliol Singers under their director, acclaimed pianist Katharine Durran, to the late Edinburgh composer Tom Cunningham.
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Ooky-spooky-oke
Join us at The Three Sisters for a Halloween karaoke night like no other — where the tunes are scary good, the vibes are chilling, and costumes are highly encouraged!
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Portobello Chamber Music Workshop
Join the Portobello Chamber Music Group for a relaxing Sunday afternoon of classical music, just bring an instrument and a music stand!
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Royal Scottish National Orchestra: The Haunted Concert Hall
You can expect lots of spooktacular treats from the RSNO and the Youth Chorus with this spine-tingling concert for the whole family at the Usher Hall!
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Open Hearth with Marion Kenny, Jeeva Raghunath & Daniel Serridge
Join Marion Kenny, Jeeva Raghunath and Daniel Serridge for a relaxed evening of stories and music in the Netherbow Theatre.
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Sing-A-Long Boozy Brunch
Join us at Copper Blossom on the 27th of October from 12pm for the ultimate singalong brunch experience!
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Tyson Yoshi: Live in UK 2024
Tyson Yoshi, the celebrated Hong Kong artist, returns to the UK for his 2024 “LIVE IN UK” tour this October with a date at the Assembly Rooms on 27th October!
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Vocal Taster Day
Are you a budding young singer, aged 13-18, with a passion for classical voice? Then join us at St Marys Music School for our Vocal Taster Day on Sunday 27th October!
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A concert for Ukraine: Anna Fedorova
A concert in aid of Ukranian music students is planned for The Queen's Hall in October with outstanding Ukranian pianist Anna Fedorova and the Aurora Ensemble.
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Mahabharata - The Women
Scottish musician Mairi Campbell and Scottish-Indian storyteller Gauri Raje tell the stories of three women in the Mahabharata, the world’s longest epic about a fratricidal war in India.
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Seeds of Hope
Seeds of Hope is a concert of live music, poetry, prose and imagery chronicling the lives of refugees who have settled and flourished in Scotland.
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: West-East-West - Stories From a Still Divided Germany
In this storytelling show, featuring popular music from four decades of Berlin's history, artists and storytellers share their experiences since reunification and the fall of Wall.
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Gaz Coombes
Brit pop legend Gaz Coombes has announced a string of Scottish dates which includes a night at La Belle Angele on Wednesday 30th October!
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Arcana 21
This coming-of-age story is conveyed through spoken word, music and movement in the spirit of the Griot storytelling traditions from West Africa.
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Sounds of the 70s at St Mary’s
Join our Cathedral Consort on 30th October for an evening of familiar songs as you've never heard them, in the amazing acoustic and atmosphere of St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral!
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The Magic Lantern
The Magic Lantern, the moniker of singer-songwriter Jamie Doe, comes to the Traverse to launch his joyous and devastating fifth album ‘To Everything A Season’!
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Twist and Shout
An all-star cast from the West End deliver a musical powerhouse of a show that starts with the explosion of Brit Pop in 1962 through to the era of Flower Power and Free Love of the late sixties!
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Annasach’s Hallowe’en Ceilidh
Come and dance to Annasach Ceilidh Band at our Hallowe'en Ceilidh from 8pm at The Counting House on Thursday 31st October! All dances can be called so beginners welcome.
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Cammy Barnes
Scottish singer-songwriter Cammy Barnes, who rose to prominence when he appeared on Britain's Got Talent, has announced a headline show at La Belle Angele on Thursday 31st October!
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David Potts: Nightmare on the Cowgate
Get ready for a Halloween night like no other when David Potts from Ibiza Weekender takes over the decks at The Three Sisters Bar!
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Fright Night: Silent Movie Screening with Live Score
Silent Screen Scotland returns with 'Fright Night: Silent Movie Screening', a candlelit screening of Nosferatu accompanied by live score in the gothic surroundings of St. Vincent's Chapel.
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Grey Goose Lates
This autumn, experience the after-dark magic where disco meets modern-day elegance at Lady Libertine, as the subterranean venue launches its brand-new GREY GOOSE® Lates!
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Howl-o-ween @ The Moon
Dare to join us for a night of eerie enchantment at Brewhemia’s Howl-O-Ween @ The Moon!
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No Love Songs
Songs taken from Kyle Falconer's hit second solo album are reimagined live on stage in this new and urgent musical, capturing the essence of love, parenthood, and the struggles that come with it.
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SCO 2024/25: Borealis
Enjoy new sounds from Nordic nations and from closer to home as northern Europe's exciting celebration of contemporary music comes to Scotland!
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Gullrun’s Saga - She Built a Boat
An original story inspired by the Icelandic sagas, about a young Norwegian woman fleeing Norway in 980 AD and journeying to Iceland to find her freedom.
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Scottish International Storytelling Festival: Open Hearth hosted by Ruth Kirkpatrick
Hosted by Ruth Kirkpatrick, join Siannie Moodie, Marjolein Robertson and John Tantalonfor a relaxed evening of stories and music in the Netherbow Theatre!
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The Tumbling Paddies
The Tumbling Paddies are rapidly becoming one of Ireland’s most popular entertainment acts. Catch them when they play the O2 Academy Edinburgh on 31st October!
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Music Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Music Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Share a Song and Sing Along
Enjoy a good old sing-along and ‘gie it laldy’ at Share a Song and Sing Along at libraries across East Renfrewshire!
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Buddy Holly & The Cricketers
Celebrating over 30 years on the road, Buddy Holly and the Cricketers bring a night of infectious energy and signature 1950's rockabilly sounds to Eastwood Park Theatre!
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Neilston Community Choir
Neilston Community Choir, open to everyone in the community and beyond who enjoy singing. No experience needed, no auditions, just come along and sing!
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Here's a selection of Music Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Sentimental Journey presents: Frae’ Fife
Sentimental Journey presents Frae Fife – a series of five matinee shows running from July to November.
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Illegal Eagles
The World’s Official No.1 Eagles tribute returns in 2024 for another outstanding show promising more of their trademark musical prowess!
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An Evening of Magic
Get ready for an electrifying night of magic, laughter, and mind-blowing illusions at “An Evening of Magic” at the Lochgelly Centre on 26th October!
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Here's a selection of Music Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Sloans Ceilidh
Sloans Famous Friday Ceilidh is back and it's bigger and better than ever... it's a must for everyone visiting Glasgow and any true weegie!
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Jim Jones All Stars
Jim Jones All Stars is the latest project from garage godfather Jim Jones, catch them live at Stereo Glasgow on Friday 11th October!
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Mike Oldfield’s Tubular Bells: 50th Anniversary Tour
Conducted and arranged by Oldfield's long-term collaborator Robin Smith, this show will see the iconic Tubular Bells performed in full, as well as other works by Mike Oldfield!
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Here's a selection of Music Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
Steve Harley: Come Up And See Me - CANCELLED
Steve Harley tells stories about his career, while playing acoustic versions of the biggest hits, when he brings his show 'Come Up And See Me' to Motherwell Concert Hall!
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Viennese Strauss Gala
Now in its 21st year, and back in Scotland by popular demand, with a sparkling new anniversary production, don't miss Viennese Strauss Gala at Airdrie Town Hall on Friday 25th October!
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Rat Pack Live
Don't miss the UK's most authentic Rat Pack concert experience when Rat Pack Live comes to Lanark Memorial Hall on Saturday 19th October!
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Here's a selection of Music Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Rose Room Live
After impressing audiences with her incredible musicianship and voice at one of our panel nights, Seonaid Aitken is back at Erskine Arts, this time with the full band - Rose Room!
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Twist & Shout
An all-star cast from the West End deliver a musical powerhouse of a show that starts with the explosion of Brit Pop in 1962 through to the era of Flower Power and Free Love of the late sixties!
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In/Visible - Panel & Music
Join Erskine Arts and their guest panelists, Davie Scott, Joy Dunlop, Rachelle Rhienne and returning host Colin Kelly for a night of meaningful chat and select live performances!
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Here's a selection of Music Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
National Album Day - Vinyl Record Sale
After the success of the last Vinyl Record Sale in Bridge of Allan, it returns on Saturday 19th October to coincide with National Album Day!
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Symphonix Rock Orchestra
Symphonix is the epic and exciting, Orchestral Rock Show you won't want to miss and it's coming to Church of the Holy Rude in Stirling on Saturday 5th October!
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Hue and Cry
Legendary Scottish pop band Hue And Cry are set to embark on their 40th Anniversary Tour and they will play The Albert Halls on 18th October 2024!
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